https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu Latest ALUMNI CAREER CENTER Jobs Sat, 30 May 2026 09:49:25 Z https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22267971/chief-executive-officer https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22267971/chief-executive-officer Berkeley, California, TITLE:  Chief Executive Officer ORGANIZATION:  A Better Way, Inc. LOCATION:  Berkeley, California (Bay Area) REPORTS TO:  Board of Directors STATUS:  Full-Time, Exempt   POSITION SPECIFICATION Chief Executive Officer A Better Way, Inc. Berkeley, CA ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY A Better Way is conducting a search for its next Chief Executive Officer. The incoming CEO will inherit an organization that is mission-clear, community-trusted, and operationally grounded — and will be charged with leading it into its next chapter of growth, innovation, and impact.   The Board of Directors seeks a visionary and entrepreneurial leader who combines genuine compassion for children and families with the strategic acumen to manage a complex, multi-county, government-funded organization. This leader will be deeply at home in the Bay Area's child welfare and behavioral health landscape, building trust with county partners, funders, and community stakeholders while nurturing a high-performing, culturally humble internal team.   Key leadership priorities for the incoming CEO include: • Executing a strategic vision for A Better Way's next phase of programmatic and fiscal growth • Serving as organization’s lead fundraiser, actively cultivating & securing philanthropic support, diversifying and strengthening the agency's revenue model, reducing reliance on county contracts and expanding unrestricted funding • Strengthening and retaining a talented, mission-driven workforce in a competitive Bay Area labor market • Sustaining and expanding valued county relationships and government contracts • Building on A Better Way's strong accreditation standing and culture of quality improvement • Elevating the agency's public profile and advocacy presence in the child welfare field • Strengthening internal systems, infrastructure, and operational efficiency to support scale and long-term sustainability   MISSION A Better Way empowers children and families to develop the insights, life skills, and permanent relationships that promote their social, emotional, educational and economic well-being.   ABOUT A BETTER WAY Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, A Better Way, Inc. is a Bay Area nonprofit with a clear and urgent purpose: to keep families together, heal the wounds of trauma, and create pathways to permanence for children who need them most. For nearly three decades, A Better Way has partnered with Alameda, San Francisco, Solano, and Contra Costa Counties to deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based services to some of the region's most vulnerable children, youth, and families.   A Better Way's portfolio of services is wide-ranging and deeply integrated within the child welfare system. Programs include community-based mental health services, parent advocacy and peer support, family strengthening and differential response, transitional housing for young adults aging out of foster care, and a robust suite of community and professional training. The agency is the sole provider of Alameda County's Differential Response program, Another Road to Safety (ARS), and operates Parent Engagement and Peer Parent Programs across multiple counties.   A Better Way holds Joint Commission accreditation and a four-star Charity Navigator rating — signals of the organization's commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The agency currently has a budget of approximately $13 million and a staff of 100+ dedicated professionals. A Better Way's values — Family Empowerment, Successful Outcomes, Cultural Humility, Community Collaboration, and Professional Workforce — are not aspirational statements but operating principles embedded in every program and every client interaction.   A Better Way operates within a complex regulatory and funding environment requiring strong compliance, operational discipline, and cross-sector collaboration.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Organizational Leadership & Vision • Articulate and advance a compelling vision for A Better Way that inspires staff, board, partners, and funders • Lead the organization in developing and implementing long-range strategic plans in partnership with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team • Foster an organizational culture grounded in cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, equity, accountability, and continuous learning • Serve as a compelling public spokesperson and advocate for A Better Way's mission, programs, and the communities it serves • Maintain an effective, transparent, and collaborative partnership with the Board of Directors as a whole and with individual board members, supporting strong governance practices, board development, and clear delineation of roles and responsibilities   Fiscal Management & Financial Health • Develop, manage, and monitor the organizational budget in partnership with the Chief Financial Officer and the Board • Ensure appropriate financial controls, risk management frameworks, and audit readiness across all programs and contracts • Strategically align revenues and resource allocation to manage agency growth and programmatic sustainability • Maintain and grow the agency's financial reserves and long-term fiscal resilience • Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance and financial requirements, including IRS regulations, audits, and required filings (e.g., Form 990)   Board Partnership & Engagement • Build and sustain a relationship of trust, candor, and mutual accountability with the Board of Directors, anchored in transparency, integrity, and a shared commitment to mission • Engage the Board as a strategic thought partner — proactively seeking input on consequential decisions, surfacing emerging risks and opportunities, and bringing forward well-framed questions for board deliberation rather than pre-decided conclusions • Communicate consistently and proactively with the Board Chair and individual directors between meetings, ensuring no surprises and timely escalation of significant issues, financial developments, or reputational matters • Partner with the Board Chair to design board and committee meetings that focus on strategy, governance, and generative discussion, with materials distributed in advance and time reserved for substantive dialogue • Support board recruitment, onboarding, development, and committee effectiveness, helping cultivate a board that reflects the diversity of the communities A Better Way serves and brings the skills, networks, and lived experience needed for the agency’s next phase of growth • Foster individual relationships with board members that respect governance boundaries while leveraging each member’s unique networks, expertise, and capacity to advance the agency’s mission, fundraising, and advocacy goals • Demonstrate openness to board feedback, challenge, and oversight, modeling a culture of psychological safety, constructive dialogue, and continuous improvement at the highest levels of the organization • Uphold clear role clarity between governance and management, helping the Board operate at the strategic level while protecting the executive team’s space to lead day-to-day operations   Fundraising & Development • Ensure systems and infrastructure are in place to support fundraising operations, including donor management, grant tracking, and reporting • Deepen and expand the agency's relationships with public agencies, foundations, corporations, and individual donors • Personally cultivate and solicit major donors; demonstrate a track record of successful major gift fundraising • Collaborate with the Development team to build and execute a diversified, data-informed fund development plan • Represent A Better Way at community events, donor cultivation activities, and public forums   Program Excellence & Service Delivery • Drive innovation in program design and service delivery models to respond to evolving community and system needs • Oversee the quality, effectiveness, and compliance of all programs and services across multiple counties • Ensure all programs reflect best practices, evidence-based approaches, and align with A Better Way's values and emerging community needs • Establish systems to regularly evaluate program outcomes and translate data into continuous improvement • Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and county/state/federal requirements   People Leadership & Culture • Lead, inspire, and develop the Executive Leadership Team toward shared goals and a unified culture • Champion workforce diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across the agency • Oversee succession planning, talent development, and employee retention strategies • Model and promote a trauma-informed, culturally humble approach to leadership and service • Foster a high-performance culture with clear expectations, accountability, and continuous feedback   Community & Government Relations • Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with county departments, government officials, and community partners to expand impact and funding opportunities • Advocate at the policy level on issues affecting children, families, and the child welfare system • Represent A Better Way on regional coalitions, committees, and in public forums • Position A Better Way as a thought leader and trusted voice in the Bay Area child welfare and behavioral health landscape   PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE   Experience • Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in human services, behavioral health, child welfare, or a closely related field • Minimum 5 years of executive leadership experience in a complex organization, including oversight of 100 or more staff. Prior CEO or Executive Director experience preferred • Demonstrated budgetary oversight and accountability of at least $10 million • Proven track record in fundraising, including major donor cultivation and direct personal solicitation • Experience managing complex government contracts and county/state funding relationships • Experience overseeing multi-site or multi-county program operations • Demonstrated success developing and executing organizational strategic plans • Proven ability to build and retain diverse, high-performing teams in a mission-driven environment • Experience ensuring compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation bodies • Track record of successfully navigating organizational change and transitions   Skills & Competencies • Outstanding communicator — written, verbal, and public speaking — with the ability to move diverse audiences • Deep financial literacy and ability to translate complex financial information for board and stakeholder audiences • High degree of emotional intelligence; skilled at building relationships across differences • Strategic, big-picture thinking combined with the discipline to execute on specific goals and metrics • Proficiency in advocacy, policy engagement, and representing organizations before elected officials • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment   Personal Characteristics • Deep, authentic commitment to A Better Way's mission and to the children, youth, and families it serves • Genuine compassion for vulnerable communities, especially those impacted by trauma, poverty, and systemic inequity • A visible, mission-forward leader who thrives as the public face of an organization • A collaborative, empowering leadership style that elevates others and builds trust • Commitment to cultural humility and equity in all dimensions of leadership and service • Entrepreneurial spirit paired with sound judgment in complex decision-making • High integrity; unwavering ethical standards   Education • Master's degree required, preferably in Social Work, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field • Knowledge of the Bay Area child welfare and behavioral health landscape is highly desirable   COMPENSATION The anticipated salary range for this position is $200,000 to $230,000, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package and generous paid time off.   TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit a resume and a letter of interest outlining their qualifications and vision for the role through our website https://www.abetterwayinc.net/join-our-team   WORKING CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS • This position is based in Berkeley, California. The CEO is expected to be based in the Bay Area or willing to relocate, with a hybrid schedule that includes a regular on-site presence. • Travel is primarily local within the Bay Area, with occasional regional or national travel as needed • Successful candidates must pass background checks and meet all applicable health and licensing requirements • This role requires occasional evening or weekend commitments for board meetings, events, or community engagement   EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER A Better Way, Inc. is committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive full consideration without regard to age, race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, sexual orientation, HIV-status, national origin, or disability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Salary Description $200K - $230K The anticipated salary range for this position is $200,000 to $230,000, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package and generous paid time off. Mon, 11 May 2026 19:09:03 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22200339/developmental-specialist https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22200339/developmental-specialist Brooksville, Florida, POSITION SUMMARY : Responsible for providing training and technical assistance to Education staff regarding children’s development and special needs and ensures appropriate implementation of strategies and interventions in the classroom for children with suspected or diagnosed disabilities, including children receiving Tier Services and children with an LEA IEP. Responsible for providing support to the Mental Health Manager, Education Manager, Senior Program Manager. Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm  Please apply online at www.youthrivefl.org   Only completed and signed applications will be considered.  Full Time Position- Benefits Eligible: Vacation, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, Vision & Dental Plans, 403B retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Coordinates and participates in the screening process, including early screening and throughout the school year based on Head Start Performance Standard timelines. Accurately scores and enters screening result data into ChildPlus.net. Arranges for parent conferences to discuss screening results and requests consent for a referral to be made to Child Find / FDLRS / LEA for further evaluations to be completed. Participates in case review meetings to discuss children with concerns, screening results, and to determine if support services and / or a referral to Child Find/FDLRS is appropriate. Provides information to parents regarding parents’ rights under due process, procedural safeguards, Child Find / FDLRS, school district ESE continuum of services and offers resources and materials regarding developmental services. Provides parent support and offers written strategies and / or interventions for home. Maintains detailed case notes in ChildPlus.net. Submits reports, documents, and files as directed. Initiates and completes referral packet for Child Find / FDLRS / LEA referrals. Attends Project Spotlights, staff / parent conferences, service area meetings, and MDAT’s as needed. Delivers, picks up and maintains accurate records for the Lending Library to enhance children’s development in all areas for children receiving developmental services. Collaborates and consults with teaching staff, conducts classroom observations, monitoring, modeling, and tracks progress for children receiving inclusion services. Conduct home visits as needed and assists classroom teacher in providing home activities for parents to stimulate children’s development as needed. Reviews individualization plans in the classrooms for children receiving developmental services to ensure plans are appropriate and adequate and assists classroom teacher with implementation of Support Services and LEA IEP’s and develops appropriate activities to supplement lesson plans to meet children’s needs. Inform Mental Health Manager when supplies, materials and / or equipment is needed to meet the special needs of children. Assists in or leads parent and staff trainings and actively participates in center / classroom activities, parent meetings and annual parent activities as requested. Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start Assists in the recruitment children for the program. Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan, including pre- service, in-service, T/TA, and ongoing training requirements. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information. Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Head Start program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in community activities that enhance Head Start programs as directed. Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Participates in regular safety, storm and fire drills. Uses and follows the policies / procedures of Head Start, federal, state and local regulations / laws, and federal regulations / laws including the Head Start Performance Standards, applicable transmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. JOB STANDARDS: Education: Bachelor degree in Special Education, varying exceptionalities or related field. Experience: Three years of experience in special education programs working with children with special needs, preferably in preschool or primary settings. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by Company’s current carrier. Subject to Federal, State and Local legal requirements/background checks/clearance for working with children. First Aid and CPR certified. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE: Physical Requirements: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Sitting, standing for long periods of time, use of fingers, arms, hands and legs and voice/talking are constant. Good eyesight (correctable) and hearing (correctable) are essential. Squatting, walking, handling, grasping, stretching/reaching, bending at the waist, driving and light lifting and/or carrying (up to 15 lbs.) are frequent. Pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, turning, feeling, medium lifting and/or carrying (up to 50 lbs.) are occasional. Playing with children, which may include hopping, skipping, jumping, dancing, and twisting are occasional. Must have ability to get up from a seated position on the floor or a low chair without hesitation. Equipment: Computer, facsimile, copy machine, calculator, multi-line phone and other small office and instructional equipment, playground equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise: Ability to arrive to work daily and on time. Ability to work with limited direction. Knowledge of organization methods. Skill in completing work with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularly parents and children. Ability to analyze and interpret data and human/family needs. Ability to use and operate a personal computer. Ability to work with children. Knowledge of early childhood issues. Ability to maintain child and parent confidentiality. Ability to be reliable, responsible and accountable to job requirements. Knowledge of community and community programs/resources. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS: Job Location: Primary location is the Head Start facilities in Hernando, Sumter and/or Volusia counties. Occasional travel to other counties. Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. Office environment and working alone and with others frequently. Working with office equipment is frequent. Occasionally outdoors and operates a vehicle.   Tue, 12 May 2026 09:46:05 -0400